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Campaign Kick-off!
This afternoon President & CEO of the IU Research & Technology Corp, Tony Armstrong, delivered an enthusiastic speech kicking off the 2009-2010 United Way Campaign! Armstrong's speech was a great source of motivation for an audience ready to act. UWMC announced a 2009-2010 campaign goal of $1,375,000 at the event.
With support from individuals, area businesses, and local nonprofits, the campaign will positively impact the lives of those in need. Focusing community resources on the building blocks of a better life -- education, earnings, and essentials- the UWMC Campaign will improve the lives of Monroe County residents of all ages. Get ready for another energetic campaign year!
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  Benefit Concert this Sunday!
At this benefit concert for United Way, you'll enjoy the swinging sounds of Janiece Jaffe with the Stardusters Jazz Orchestra.
Fun for all ages, the show begins at 4pm and you can meet the instruments and musicians afterwards.
Tickets available at the Sunrise Box Office, all Bloomingfoods locations & United Way of Monroe County. Tickets: $20 advance/$25 day of show. We'll see you there!
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 Fall Day of Action on Saturday!
United Way will host a Fall Day of Action on Saturday, September 19th. This event brings together members of the community to engage in a variety of volunteer projects for United Way member organizations. More than 35 volunteers from 6 organizations will help with cleaning, painting and gardening at 5 local social service agencies. With help from these volunteers, agencies are better able to serve the needs of the community.
Volunteers from the Student United Way, American Humanics, The Islamic Center of Bloomington, Sigma Chi Fraternity, Student Alumni Association, and Students Taking Active Roles Today (START) will work on projects at the Boys and Girls Clubs, Hoosier Hills Food Bank, Mother Hubbard's Cupboard, Monroe County United Ministries and The Monroe County Long Term Recovery Committee.
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 Double Your Donation!
We have a special matching opportunity this year. Through a grant from the Indiana Association of United Ways and the Lilly Endowment, our community can receive a dollar-for-dollar match for all new and increased workplace campaigns, new Vanguard Leadership Givers who pledge $1,000 or more as individuals or partners, and new Young Leadership Givers who pledge $500 or more as individuals or partners. Every contribution is greatly appreciated and will help the community meet its goal. |
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 Campaign Leadership
Join United Way in thanking the following individuals for their hard work in ensuring the 2009-2010 campaign will be a success! |
- Judy Sharp, Campaign Chair,
Monroe County Assessor
- Jim Grandorf, Vanguard Chair,
IU Kelley School of Business Sharp and Grandorf will be joined by these outstanding leaders from the 2009-2010 Campaign Cabinet:
- Jeff Baldwin, Boys and Girls Clubs of Bloomington
- Fern Bonchek, People and Animal Learning Services
- John Brooks, BioConvergence
- Mark Franklin, German American Bancorp
- Daniel Grundmann, City of Bloomington
- Connie Hill, Bloomington Hospital
- Ashley Hillman, Area 10 Agency on Aging
- Kevin Osborne, IU Credit Union
- Lisa Parsley, Bloomington Hospital
- Ilene Schaeffer, Fifth Third Bank
- Virginia Whitham, Monroe Bank
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 How do I donate?
It's easy! You can contribute in the form of cash, check, credit card, automatic bank withdrawal, stocks and securities, or can choose to be billed. Just visit monroeunitedway.org and donate securely via PayPal or credit card or download a pledge card and return it to our office.
If your workplace holds a United Way campaign, be on the lookout for your pledge card -- you can also donate through payroll deduction!
And, if you'd like for your workplace to hold a campaign, call Resource Development Director Lori Garraghty at (812) 334-8370.
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 United Way Focused Initiatives
Flood Recovery Project
The Monroe County Long Term Recovery Committee (MCLTRC), a project of United Way, provides support and resources to those still affected by the severe storms and flooding of 2008. The committee - consisting of nonprofit, government, faith and business leaders - has worked with more than 460 area residents to rebuild homes and restore lives.
The MCLTRC seeks to address the overall health and well being of each individual and family. The committee is able to achieve this goal through the 2008 Indiana Natural Disaster Fund, established with a generous grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to the Indiana Association of United Ways.
Birth-to-Five Coalition
In partnership with the Community Foundation, the Birth-to-Five Coalition will focus community energies on the value of early childhood development. Research shows that positive early experiences can lead to an increased success in school, workforce readiness, and community engagement.
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 Did you know?
Working to improve the lives of community members tomorrow begins with action today. UWMC donors provide the funds for local nonprofit agencies to assist people in a variety ways. Here are a few examples of how your donation can make a difference in the lives of Monroe County residents.
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Education
- More than 4,500 area youth participated in after-school programs, day care, mentoring, therapy, and other organized activities. Over 50% of these youth live in low-income households.
Earnings
- 141 preschool children had affordable, dependable care that allowed their parents to go to work.
Essentials
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 Save the Date!
Homecoming Cornhole Tournament |
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Get your throwing arms ready! On Wednesday, October 14th the IU Student Alumni Association will host its annual Homecoming Cornhole Tournament benefiting United Way of Monroe County. Complete with live music, free food and a bonfire, Homecoming spirit will be in full force. More than 100 teams completed in last year's tournament and the crowds are expected to be just as great this fall! We hope to see you there!
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 About your United Way
With your help, United Way is creating opportunity by focusing on education, earnings, and essentials. These are the building blocks for a good life -- a quality education that leads to a good job, enough income to support a family through retirement, and meeting basic needs such as sufficient food, stable housing, and access to healthcare.
Want to know more? Click here.
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Encouraging positive interactions with babies and kids helps build an educated workforce. And an educated workforce builds a stronger community. Read, talk, and play with the children in your life. Click here for more info and to download free materials. |
Upcoming Events
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Benefit Concert
Looking for an Afternoon of Magical Music and a way to benefit Monroe County?
Sept. 20th, 4 pm
Join us on Sunday, September 20th at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater for a relaxing afternoon of Big Band Music. Featuring performances by star vocalist Janice Jaffe and the Stardusters Jazz Orchestra, the afternoon is sure to impress. Tickets available at the Sunrise Box Office, all Bloomingfoods locations, and United Way of Monroe County. Tickets: $20/advance $25/day of show. All proceeds go to UWMC.
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United Way Benefit: Rainmakers Charity Auction!
Join United Way of Monroe County and Rainmakers for a benefit auction at the Eagle Pointe Golf Resort. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Festivities include:
- Larry Crane Live
- Live & Silent Auction
- Catered by Eagle Pointe
- Games, Raffles & More
- Dance Party with BTown DJ's
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| Cornhole Tournament!
October 14th
Join United Way of Monroe County and the IU Student Alumni Association for the Annual Homecoming Cornhole Tournament on Wednesday, October 14th! See article below for more info.
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